Man United v Aston Villa LIVE: Rasmus Hojlund scores first Premier League goal to complete comeback win
Erik ten Hag is under immense pressure after a series of poor results and Sir Jim Ratcliffe agreeing to purchase 25 percent of the club
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Your support makes all the difference.Manchester United continue to endure their latest crisis under Erik ten Hag after a humbling at West Ham, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe agreeing a deal to purchase 25 percent of the club.
Ten Hag is therefore desperate for points to ease the pressure, while injuries continue to further heighten the difficulty of the task with Aston Villa visiting Old Trafford this evening.
Unai Emery’s side have been surprise title contenders so far this season, but must bounce back after a frustrating draw at home to Sheffield United, making this an intriguing contest with both sides likely to push for victory.
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Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa
82’ The ball just fell luckily for Hojland, the cross rebounded off McGinn’s knee and favourably for the United forward.
He struck that well in off the post, but there was a bit of luck in the build up. The celebration was one of relief and happiness.
GOAL! Hojland scores to put hosts ahead - Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa
81’ GOAL! Hojland has broken his own deadlock!
Manchester United 2-2 Aston Villa
80’ United changes: Rashford, Mainoo have come off for Antony and McTominay
Manchester United 2-2 Aston Villa
78’ Rashford is back on the field after receiving some treatment from the physios.
Manchester United 2-2 Aston Villa
77’ Two changes for Aston Villa after that equaliser, Ramsey and Bailey off for Zaniolo and Diaby.
Manchester United 2-2 Aston Villa
76’ Any result is still possible, but United are starting to win all the loose balls and the momentum has definitely shifted in favour of the home side.
Manchester United 2-2 Aston Villa
72’ Evans has saved United at the other end of the pitch there, making a key block on the line to deny McGinn his second of the evening.
Fernandes has then just been shown a yellow card and lost his cool! Everything is happening at Old Trafford. Fernandes was booked for his reaction, but continued for a while afterwards. Worth remembering Dalot was sent off for less against Liverpool.
Manchester United 2-2 Aston Villa
71’ That was a great touch and finish from Garnacho, although his shot took a deflection off Diego Carlos that might have taken it past Martinez.
GOAL! Garnacho hits equaliser - Manchester United 2-2 Aston Villa
70’ GOAL! Garnacho fires in the equaliser
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